Property and Environment in Morocco: Heterogeneity and Ambivalence

Property is a fundamental institution linking humanity to the goods it appropriates. The author explores the complex relationship between property rights and environmental protection in Morocco, highlighting the heterogeneity and ambivalence inherent in this connection. Drawing on the philosophical perspective that "land does not belong to humans, but humans belong to the land," the analysis examines how property—though deeply embedded in human condition and legal systems—creates tensions between exclusive appropriation and environmental stewardship. The Moroccan context reveals diverse forms of property regimes and conflicting interests, raising critical questions about balancing private rights with collective environmental imperatives.